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About this property
The Cape - Cozy Year Round Beachfront Retreat - Staycation - Vacation
Looking for a staycation or vacation right on a private beach? The Cape is located on Shad Bay just 25 minutes from downtown Halifax, 15 minutes away from Peggy’s Cove and 5 minutes away from the quaint Prospect Village. It has spectacular views from it's two tiered back deck and 50 foot wharf and the backyard opens up onto your own private beach, where you can enjoy the water, sand, beach toys, 2 kayaks and paddle board. With huge windows all along the back of the house, the kitchen, dining and main living space, have breathtaking views. If the beach and outdoor fun doesn’t keep you busy our collection of games, books and online tv/movie options will keep you well entertained. The Cape is perfect for your getaway all year round.
The space: We bought this cottage in 2008 as a gathering place for our family. We have always dreamed of owning a cottage right on the ocean and we are excited to share it with you. It is a place of gathering, connecting and sharing, where friends and family can come together to refuel, step away from the demands of everyday life, and build lasting memories together.
The open concept kitchen, living and dining room invite conversation and cozy relaxation by the wood fireplace. Enjoy dinners around the diner table, with plenty more room for dining and conversation around the large kitchen island or curl up in the family room with a good book from our library, or play a game together from our game selection.
The cottage can comfortably sleep 8 guests (7 adults and 1 child). There are three bedrooms and one common sleeping area. The primary bedroom has a queen sized bed and an en-suite bathroom that includes a full bath, washer and dryer. The second bedroom has a queen bed and is next to a full 3 piece bathroom. The third bedroom has a double bed. The common room has a double/single bunk bed. All bedrooms offer quiet comfort, cozy duvets, and pillows inviting you to settle in and get comfortable. There are extra towels and basic amenities available.
Take advantage of this opportunity to unwind and enjoy the charm of our community, Prospect Village, Peggy’s Cove and all the area has to offer. We look forward to sharing our cottage with you for a family vacation, a friend’s weekend away, or quiet couples escape.
***All linens, duvet covers and shams are freshly washed and pressed between guests. Extra care is taken to clean and disinfect commonly touches areas and surfaces.
***The Cape has a digital key pad for entry, which offers guests a contact free self check in and check out.
***For safety, The Cape has two outdoor security cameras. One at the front of the house with the driveway, walkway and front door within the coverage area of the device. One at the back door with the back door, bottom deck, partial stairs and the edge of the hot tub within the coverage area of the device.
***The Cape has WiFi and good cell service. Guest have full access to everything the home and property have to offer.
***We have a hot tub for our guests to enjoy. It will comfortably fit 4-6 adults. Please let us know if you would like to use it and it will be set up and hot for you when you arrive. There is a $60 surcharge for the use of the hot tub.
Other things to note: We expect that our home will be treated with care and left in the condition it was found. There is no smoking permitted inside. No parties or events are allowed. Only guests booked into the reservation are allowed on the property.
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Only guests that are included in the reservation are allowed on the property unless special permission requested.
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Property Registration Number STR2627B8130
Property # 1641559vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Prospect Bay
Located in Prospect Bay, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. Goodwood Family Golf Centre and Indian Lake Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dr. Bill Freedman Nature Reserve and Long Lake Provincial Park. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
Dr. Bill Freedman Nature Reserve - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
Granite Springs Golf Club - 13 min drive - 11.1 km
Long Lake Provincial Park - 18 min drive - 20.1 km
Halifax Exhibition Cetre - 21 min drive - 22.6 km
Bayers Lake Business Park - 23 min drive - 25.4 km
Getting around
Halifax Station - 32 min drive
Halifax, NS (YHZ-Stanfield Intl.) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
G's Pizza - 14 min drive
The Tidal Bay - 19 min drive
Shaw's Landing - 22 min drive
Sou'Wester Gift & Restaurant - 27 min drive
Peggy's Cove Food Factory - 23 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is The Cape - Cozy Year Round Beachfront Retreat - Staycation - Vacation pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Cape - Cozy Year Round Beachfront Retreat - Staycation - Vacation ?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cape - Cozy Year Round Beachfront Retreat - Staycation - Vacation on 1 Sept 2026 start from AU$442, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at The Cape - Cozy Year Round Beachfront Retreat - Staycation - Vacation ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at The Cape - Cozy Year Round Beachfront Retreat - Staycation - Vacation ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Cape - Cozy Year Round Beachfront Retreat - Staycation - Vacation ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is The Cape - Cozy Year Round Beachfront Retreat - Staycation - Vacation located?
Located in Prospect Bay, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre, 2 mi (3.2 km) from Dr. Bill Freedman Nature Reserve, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Goodwood Family Golf Centre and Long Lake Provincial Park. Indian Lake Golf Course and West Dover Provincial Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The hot tub was clean and had a great view. The ocean was gorgeous and could be seen from almost all rooms in the house. There was an upper and lower deck both with great views. The place was very comfortably set up, with a great kitchen, and the hosts were great and easy to communicate with. I highly recommend staying here :)
Four of us came in from Ontario to attend a Conference in Halifax. The property we stayed in at Prospect Bay was wonderful and fit our needs perfectly. The host Cheryl was great to deal with and I would certainly recommend this VRBO to anyone visiting the area.
Great quiet location! The house was super clean and fully stocked. I really liked the bedroom on the main floor for my aunt who is a bit older. The sunsets are beautiful and communication was easy. We had a wonderful stay.
Cheryl and Michael were incredible hosts with great communication and a house book that covered all the bases. The house was lovely: incredible location and really nice inside. It was a great base for day trips (we did Peggy’s Cove and Lunenburg). I highly recommend. It was nice to have access to the private beach/dock and the kayaks and paddle board.
The home was clean and a well stocked kitchen for cooking. The property has a hot tub which we took advantage of. In addition a firepit by the water. The views are amazing all day long. Our favorite times on the was early morning and late evening. Very surreal. We visited Peggy's Cove and Lunenberg while we stayed for a short two days.
The property is gorgeous and boasts ocean views. At night, the stars are incredible from the wharf. The hot tub is under the deck and sheltered from the rain. I highly recommend this accommodation!
Cute, cozy cottage with gorgeous surroundings. Exceptionally clean. Hot tub was great, just wish we had more time to enjoy everything this place has to offer.
Beautiful cottage on the bay and convenient to all the places we wanted to visit and explore. Adding a hairdryer to one of the bathrooms would top it off!
Agnes C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 June 2025
Thank you for your review Agnes. We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your suggestion. We now have an hair dryer for guests to use.
We truly enjoyed our stay in this lovely waterfront cottage home. It was as pictured, very clean, lovely bedding, gorgeous location and much enjoyed views and hot tub. Mike and Cheryl went above and beyond checking in with us, ensuring all was well and communicating. Lovely experience.
Loved the house. Roomy enough for our group of 6. The house is very clean, well equipped and feels like a home away from home. The location is beautiful. Feels like a rural location but very close to downtown Halifax and many activities. The hosts were great, reaching out to make sure all was good and answering any questions we had. I would recommend this home!! Thank you Cheryl
We had a wonderful visit...so peaceful and quiet, which is what we were hoping for. The cottage is well equipped and has some great amenities such as kayaks, a fire pit and hot tub. We enjoyed it all!
Host Cheryl was very helpful and quick to respond to any questions. Thank you Cheryl for sharing your home with our family.
The place was everything we hoped for. Lots to do in the area and close enough to Halifax. Owners checked in regularly to see if we needed anything and couldn’t be more accommodating. Lots of toys and water activities offered at the house too. Perfect place for families!
We spent an amazing week at this well appointed, private, nature filled property. Cheryl the owner was incredibly responsive to any little questions we had while we were there. We enjoyed it all! Kayaking, hot tubbing, BBQing, games, relaxing, and a great base for excursions in NS. ❤️❤️
Great little spot - a little musty when we first got there but lots of nice windows to open so wasn’t a problems. Lots of deck and great places to hang out and watch the sunset. We’ll equipped and Cheryl was lovely to deal with with prompt replies!
Naomi B.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2022
Thank you for the lovely review! We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay. We have realized that hurricane Fiona blew/leaked some water into the house and settled on the basement floor which is likely why you had a musty smell when you first got there. Thank you for letting us know so we can deal with it.
From the time we booked, it was easy to ask questions and get recommendations on places to see, do, and eat.
The property itself is stunning and had plenty to keep us happy even when not out exploring.
I loved the location and the ease to travel to Halifax, lunenburg, peoggys cove and more.
The beds and pillows are just ok as they're super thin or overstuffed. It wouldn't stop me from rebooking, hopefully in the summer in the warmer weather.
The hosts are great. The space is great.
Ashley P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
About the host
Hosted by Cheryl
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